Research suggests frames are a key influence in shaping people's response to science and technology. But there is no agreement on who should be allowed to do the official framing. Read more here. … [Read more...] about Framing Science
Archives for July 2009
No Solar: A Note from Viv Forbes
AUSTRALIAN electricity consumers can look forward to soaring charges for electricity and blackouts if state and federal politicians continue to undermine the power grid by mandating and subsidising solar power generation. Solar power can never … [Read more...] about No Solar: A Note from Viv Forbes
Defining the Scientific Sceptics (Part 7)
THE scientific sceptic* is defined by rational inquiry and is prepared to consider the possibility, probability or certainty of different propositions. Furthermore, the scientific sceptic investigates with a disposition to be persuaded. The … [Read more...] about Defining the Scientific Sceptics (Part 7)
Australia’s First Asian Elephant Calf
Not Real Climate
“REALCLIMATE is a commentary site (blog) on climatology by a group of climate scientists for the interested public and journalists. It aims to provide a quick response to developing stories and provide the context sometimes missing in mainstream … [Read more...] about Not Real Climate
Jennifer Marohasy Leaves the IPA
My second three-year contract with the Melbourne-based Institute of Public Affairs (IPA) ended with the financial year and is not being renewed. I learnt a lot during the six years - especially early on with Andrew McIntyre teaching me how to … [Read more...] about Jennifer Marohasy Leaves the IPA
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
